The Peninsula Warrior Air Force Edition: 04.13.18

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Warrior April 13, 2018 Vol. 8, No. 15

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• April 13, 2018 Jordan Milana, age 4, son of U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Monique Smith, Naval Portsmouth Hospital aviation boatswain’s mate, plants a pinwheel at the Russ Child Development Center annex at Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va., April 2, 2018. In 2008, Prevent Child Abuse America launched the planting a pinwheel national campaign to combat child abuse.

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Pinwheels: A symbol of awareness

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It’s all about

education and getting the word out that no kind of abuse should be tolerated.”

Catherine Barber, Russ Child Development Center child development program chief

By Air Force Airman 1st Class Tristan Biese

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

Children planted pinwheels as a national symbol of child abuse prevention, and to bring awareness to the issues of child abuse at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 2, 2018.

“The more you see and learn about it, people will then realize that it’s not ok to hit or abuse a child,” said Catherine Barber, Russ Child Development Center child development program chief.

“It’s all about education and getting the word out that no kind of abuse should be tolerated.”

Every year the CDC and the Family Advocacy Program work together to bring awareness in April, the month of the military child and child abuse prevention month.

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ericha Guyote

Madison Rauch, age 4, daughter of Kasana Rauch, 480th Intelligence Reconnaissance Readiness squadron contractor, plays with a planted pinwheel at the Russ Child Development Center annex at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 2, 2018.

According to Barber, even though pinwheels are planted in the month of April, child abuse is a year round problem and individuals should always stay educated on the

topic.

If child abuse is suspected, contact the Family Advocacy Program at 757-764-2427 or contact the local police department.

We want to hear from you. Contact us at 633abw.paedit@us.af.mil, or call 878-4920 or 764-5701.

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U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anthony Nin Leclerec

Volunteers perform maintenance on Filterra Stormwater Bioretention Systems at Joint Base langley-Eustis, Va., April 5, 2018. Each system was trimmed, cleared of debris and had the mulch replaced to maintain optimum filtration capacity.

The answer found in nature

By Airman 1st Class Anthony Nin Leclerec

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

World Water Day was celebrated on March 22 and focused on the importance of water, which built the theme “Nature for Water” – exploring nature-based solutions to the water challenges we face in the 21st century.

In celebration of this day, the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron Installation Management Flight performed maintenance on eight Filterra Stormwater Bioretention Systems, at the LaSalle gate on Langley Air Force Base.

The FSB systems are stormwater infiltration boxes that work like a biorentention system.

Stormwater runoff flows into the system through a curb inlet on the street.

The water makes its way through specialized media, mulch and natural vegetation that capture pollutants and naturally clean the water. The clean water flows through an underdrain pipe that leads to Tide Mill Creek.

These specialized boxes can take in and clean, high flow rates of up to 140 inches of water an hour, to meet the En-

vironmental Protection Agency and the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality’s high standards of clean water.

According to Dawn Christian, 633rd CES water program manager, Langley AFB uses multiple nature based solutions on and around the base, to help protect the environment from pollutants.

“In general I think most people are aware of the harm to aquatic habitats, like our oceans, that is impacting the environment,” said Alicia Garcia 633rd CES natural resources program manager. “However, I think sometimes people miss the fact that especially here in coastal communities we are directly connected to those aquatic habitats. Stormwater flows from land into creeks and rivers which connect to the ocean.”

According to Garcia, by putting in filtration systems that help to clean that stormwater before it can flow into those habitats, JBLE can protect the environment and the organisms that depend on it.

“Local watermen harvest these resources to support themselves and to provide food which is part of the cultural heritage of the tidewater region,” said Garcia. “By protecting the environment we help protect the economy and culture of the region.”

As a good steward of the environment, JBLE is committed to being a good neighbor to surrounding communities, protecting the quality of the water around the installation.

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JBLE welcomes NASCAR driver Brandon Jones

By Airman 1st Class Monica Roybal JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Monica Roybal

NASCAR driver Brandon Jones takes a selďŹ e with U.S. Army Soldiers in training in Fort Eustis’ 128th Aviation Brigade schoolhouse at Joint Base LangleyEustis, Virginia, April 4, 2018. The Soldiers were able to ask Jones questions about his profession and his work ethic that got him into NASCAR.

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The 633rd Force Support Squadron hosted NASCAR driver Brandon Jones for a tour of the 128th Aviation Brigade schoolhouse and Fort Eustis’ 3rd Port at Joint Base LangleyEustis, Virginia, April 4, 2018.

Jones said it was important for him to tour JBLE and speak with Soldiers because of the connection he feels with the military through the active duty members in his family. “I think NASCAR and the military are very similar in the way we work,� said Jones. “Our team prepares and trains at the shop just like the units here, then we ship out to our race.

We do our mission then we come back home and get ready to do it again.�

Jones spoke to Soldiers at the 128th Aviation Brigade Schoolhouse after trying out the Apache Helicopter Longbow Task Trainer and observing the Soldiers’ hands-on avionics repair training. “I think these kinds of experiences will

keep us motivated,� said Spc. Jephter Dankwa, Bravo Company, 222nd Aviation Regiment, 1st Aviation Battalion, 128th Aviation Brigade AH-64 armament/electrical/avionic systems repairer. “When you can link careers through similarities, it can change your point of view and refresh our perspective for what we’re training for every day.�

At Fort Eustis’ 3rd Port, Jones’ boarded the large tug 805 Major General WinďŹ eld Scott, as well as the small tug 911 Enduring Freedom to learn more about the mission of Fort Eustis’ 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary). “It’s very important to me to be able to do these kinds of things and show support for our military members,â€? said Jones. “I connect with the military lifestyle and I have active duty members in my family.â€?

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Stained glass windows depict an F-15 Strike Eagle, an F-22 Raptor and the emblems of the five wings at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., at the Nose Dive Lounge on JBLE, April, 10, 2018. The Nose Dive Lounge will open its’ doors at the Langley Club at 4 p.m., April 13, 2018.

By Airman 1st Class Tristan Biese

633 AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

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The barbershop at the club is currently open and at 4 p.m., April 13, the Nose Dive Lounge will open as well.

The lounge will open every Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. The lounge’s hours of operations are subject to change once the club has officially opened.

“The lounge is open to the JBLE community; if you can get Jeffrey Tessler, onto JBLE, then we invite you 633rd Force Support to come and visit,” said Jeffrey squadron chief of Tessler, 633rd Force Support community services squadron chief of community services.

Tessler said that the lounge is a place for anyone to gather and relax. Individuals can come to have a drink or a bite to eat and talk with their fellow wingmen.

“The Air Force is based on comradery and a team concept, and the club gives the community a central place where people can come together,” said Tessler. “It’s a place to share ideas, stories, history and build on the comradery that makes the Air Force the best Air Force in the world.”

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The 633rd Force Support Squadron hosted the 12week long event to teach participants the importance of properly monitoring diet and physical ďŹ tness habits.

Michele Giuseffe, Anderson Field House recreational assistant, said the staff works to remain involved with the community despite the everchanging military member lifestyle. The programs are meant to bring members with common health goals together to make new friends or workout buddies and keep each other motivated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about learning small ways to change your

lifestyle,â&#x20AC;? said Giuseffe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We provide resources, encouragement and a central forum for participants to depend on one another and maintain personal accountability.â&#x20AC;?

Challenge participants monitored progress through the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page and biweekly weigh-ins. Daily workouts, notiďŹ cations of free classes and words of encouragement were primary elements used for improvement.

The annual challenge concluded with prizes awarded to the top male winner, U.S. Army veteran Danny Weatherly, Alpha Company, 210th Aviation Regiment, 1st Aviation Battalion, 128th Aviation Brigade aviation

maintenance instructor.

Weatherly said he lost a total of 13 pounds as a result of the challenge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was surprised to hear that I won because I was not anticipating very much weight loss,â&#x20AC;? said Weatherly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The biggest change I made was in my diet. I never kept track of what I was eating, but this made me a lot more conscious of what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m taking in and taught me to read nutritional labels.â&#x20AC;?

The top female winner was Amanda Strickland, Training and Doctrine Command Military History and Heritage OfďŹ ce museum specialist. Strickland took ďŹ rst place with an approximate weight loss of 18 pounds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have done this chal-

lenge at a previous duty station, but I believe the staff here really set this challenge apart from my last one,â&#x20AC;? said Strickland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought about stopping at one point but they talked me through it and motivated me to keep going.â&#x20AC;?

The Anderson Field House staff partnered with the Army Wellness Center to provide presentations from personal trainers and classes on nutritional label reading.

The top performers were awarded gift cards, cookbooks and workout aids, but they are also walking away with new knowledge and resources to propel them further toward self-improvement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All these programs that are offered really make a difference,â&#x20AC;? said Weatherly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are so many opportunities to do different things and learn new ways to apply yourself for a prolonged healthier lifestyle.â&#x20AC;?

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U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters and radio hosts look out on the James River from a 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) watercraft vessel during a visit to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 5, 2018. During the visit, U.S. Army Soldiers explained the unique capabilities of Army watercraft and other deployable assets.

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UFC, MMA ‘legends’ visit JBLE

By Air Force Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters and radio hosts sit inside a U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter with Soldiers from the 128th Aviation Brigade during a visit to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 5, 2018. U.S. Soldiers at the 128th Aviation Brigade use the CH-47 Chinook to train and learn how to properly use the equipment before flight.

Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters and radio hosts visited with service members to learn more about Joint Base Langley-Eustis’s mission and capabilities, April 5, 2018.

The fighters interacted with community members during meet-and-greet events at the Exchange, bowling alley and Anderson Field House.

U.S. Army Soldiers also provided mission capabilities information and took photos with the fighters throughout the visit.

Eric Nicksick, Mixed Martial Arts coach and trainer, shakes hands with a U.S. Army Soldier during a tour at Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va., April 5, 2018. Nicksick joined Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters and radio hosts at various units across the joint base and provided a combatives demonstration.

Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters and radio hosts take a tour of a 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) watercraft vessel during a visit to Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va.

Eric Nicksick, Mixed Martial Arts coach and trainer, and Derrick Lewis, Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight fighter, fire simulated rifles during a tour at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 5, 2018.

Fighters and MMA radio hosts competed against U.S. Army Soldiers for top scores on the engagement skills trainer weapons simulator.

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JBLE AIRMAN FIRST-EVER TO RECEIVE ARMY INSTRUCTOR BADGE

By Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

For the rst time ever, a U.S. Air Force Airman was awarded the Basic Army Instructor Badge at Joint Base LangleyEustis, April 9, 2018.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Casey Andersen, 362nd Training Squadron, Detachment 1 HH-60 helicopter crew chief instructor, was teaching a class of Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers when U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Malcom Frost, Center for Initial Military Training commanding general, presented him with the BAIB. The AIB, awarded in basic, senior and master levels, was created for U.S. Army NCOs in 2014 to recognize the professionalism of the educators responsible for training, leading and mentoring Soldiers. Although the badge has only been around four years, Air Force instructors have been a part of the 128th Aviation Brigade for 33 years.

Due to the verbiage of Army Regulation 600-21, Noncommissioned Of cer Education System Instructor Development and Recognition Program, leaders believed only U.S. Army Soldiers were eligible for earning the badge—until now.

“Once we asked the question about Air Force instructors, no one could say why they couldn’t qualify, so we got started getting everything together to get Andersen quali ed,” said Capt. Richard Collier, 1st Det. commander. “Now, we’re looking to make it a standard process for all of our Air Force instructors.”

The 82nd Training Group’s 362nd TS, 1st Det., is the only Air Force training unit on Fort Eustis, producing not

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9 U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Malcom Frost, Center for Initial Military Training commanding general, presents the Basic Army Instructor Badge to U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Casey Andersen, 362nd Training Squadron, Detachment 1 HH-60 helicopter crew chief instructor, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 9, 2018. The AIB, awarded in basic, senior and master levels, was created for U.S. Army NCOs in 2014 to recognize the professionalism of the educators responsible for training, leading and mentoring Soldiers.

only Air Force, but also Army helicopter-quali ed aircraft maintenance crew chiefs.

The Det. 1 instructors work hand-inhand with 128th Aviation Brigade, 2nd Battalion and 210th Aviation Regiment’s Bravo Company to provide both Airmen and Soldiers UH-60 Black Hawk training in the Army-controlled Interservice Training Review Organization course.

Andersen, a technical sergeant select, rst came through the 128th as a student in 2011. Now as an instructor, he’s learned to work with sister and international services as an instructor.

“I have two different chains of command, but I’m integrated with the army,” said Andersen. “It’s a unique experience because you get to see how the services differ and it really helps you grow.”

Collier believes it is appropriate that Andersen is the rst Airman to receive the badge due to his high-speed nature.

“Andersen is that Airman we want the newest Airmen to see,” said Collier.

“He’s that Airman everyone likes, everyone respects and everyone trusts. He ts that whole Airman concept and really deserves this.”

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Casey Andersen, 362nd Training Squadron, Detachment 1 HH-60 helicopter crew chief instructor, teaches a class of U.S. Air Force Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 9, 2018.

Andersen was the first Airman to ever receive the Basic Army Instructor Badge.

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Malcom Frost, Center for Initial Military Training commanding general, pins the Basic Army Instructor Badge on U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Casey Andersen, 362nd Training Squadron, Detachment 1 HH-60 helicopter crew chief instructor, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 9, 2018. While the AIB has only been around four years, Air Force instructors have been a part of Fort Eustis’ 128th Aviation Brigade for 33 years.

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins

Right: U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Casey Andersen, 362nd Training Squadron, Detachment 1 HH-60 helicopter crew chief instructor, is shown in this Feb. 7, 2012 photo completing an exam as an airman basic assigned to the 362nd Training Squadron, 1st Detachment, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. Andersen first arrived to JBLE as a technical school student in 2011 and returned as an instructor in 2016.

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Tidewater Military Health System connects beneficiaries to TRICARE events across region

By Emerald Ralston

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

The Tidewater Military Health System will host several TRICARE events in the coming months open to beneficiaries across the region.

The current schedule features events such as health fairs, retiree benefits and TRICARE for Life briefings.

According to Michael Kirshner, TMHS marketing specialist, the TMHS hosts these events and makes them available to every beneficiary regardless of home or duty location, because TRICARE benefits are the same across the board. “[The TMHS’s role is] to bring together all the services with one goal in mind and that goal is to help our beneficiaries understand and be able to take advantage of all TRICARE has to offer,” said Juanita Smallwood, TMHS Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinator.

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Health Fair Navy Cargo Handling Battalion One, Naval Weapons Station Yorktown April 20, 2018, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

TRICARE Retiree Benefits Brief Naval Station Norfolk Building C-9 April 24, 2018, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

TRICARE for Life Brief Internal Medicine Conference Room Naval Medical Center Portsmouth May 8, 2018, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Retirement Benefits Seminar Fleet and Family Support Center, Naval Station Oceana May 9, 2018, 1 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

TRICARE Retiree Benefits Brief Naval Station Norfolk Building C-9 May 22, 2018, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Health Fair NEPMU-2 (U-238) Naval Station Norfolk May 25, 2018, TBD TRICARE for Life Brief Internal Medicine Conference Room Naval Medical Center Portsmouth June 12, 2018, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

TRICARE Retiree Benefits Brief Naval Station Norfolk Building C-9 June 26, 2018, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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From left, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s senior enlisted advisor, and U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Vidal, 733rd Mission Support Group command sergeant major, discuss health initiatives at AAFES’ restaurants, Expresses and main Exchanges during Reyes’ visit to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, April 10-12, 2018.

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ARMY AND AIR FORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VA.

During his visit to JBLE, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes toured AAFES’ facilities on both installations, andmet with Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Mancill, 633rd Mission Support Group, and U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Vidal, 733rd Mission Support Group command sergeant major, for a roundtable discussion on the 122-year-old Department of Defense retailer’s healthy initiatives.

“The Exchange is committed to supporting the readiness and resiliency of Soldiers and Airmen at JBLE,” said Reyes, one of about 30 active-duty service members assigned to the Exchange. “As a partner in the Healthy Army Communities and Air Force Smart Fueling initiatives, we are leaning forward to provide better-for-you dining, snacking and shopping at Exchange restaurants, Expresses and main stores.”

All of JBLE’s restaurants offer better-foryou choices, Reyes said, including coffee and sandwich shops. Expresses at both Eustis and Langley are stocked with graband-go beverages and snacks such as tuna, beef jerky, dried and fresh fruit, hardboiled eggs, yogurt and bottled water.

“The Exchange is listening to our shoppers and regularly expanding our BE FIT offerings,” Reyes said.

BE FIT is more than maintaining proper nutrition, Reyes said, noting that the Exchange has implemented an all-encompassing approach to wellness. For ex-

ample, both the Eustis and Langley main Exchanges feature BE FIT shops, bringing athletic wear, shoes and gear together in a one-stop shop, with the look and feel of sporting goods store.

“Wellness is key to resiliency,” Reyes said. “Staying active and making betterfor-you choices go hand-inand with ensuring Soldiers and Airmen are ready for wherever the mission takes them.”

Every time Soldiers or Airmen shop at the Exchange, grab a snack at the Express or dine at an Exchange restaurant, one hundred percent of Exchange earnings support quality-of-life programs including military uniforms at cost; school lunches below cost for warfighters’ children overseas; Child Development Centers; youth programs; fitness centers; and career opportunities for spouses, veterans and wounded warriors.

“Together, the Eustis and Langley Exchanges generated more than $1 million on behalf of Quality-of-Life programs in 2016,” Reyes said. “Shopping the Exchange makes life better for every member of the military community.”

During his visit, Reyes also thanked Exchange associates for their dedicated service.

“Since 1895, the Exchange has provided a lifeline to America’s service members and their families,” Reyes said. “The Exchange is family serving family. Whether supporting troops downrange or here at JBLE, Exchange associates are there to serve those who serve.”

For more information, contact Julie Mitchell, 214-312-3327 or mitchelljul@aafes.com.

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Special ticket prices are available to all active duty and retired Army and Air Force personnel and their dependents.

Group rates are available if your organization or command would like to sit together to show your unit pride.

For ticket or additional information on Fort Eustis Night with Norfolk Tides and other Fort Eustis 100th Anniversary Events, visit http://www.jble.af.mil/forteustis100years/.

Community Event Council

Joint Base Langley-Eustis will host the Community Event Council at 10 a.m., April 26, 2018, at the Bayview Commonwealth Center. The CEC serves as a valuable EVENTS INFO: communication link to increase awareness levels of the jble.af.mil/forteustis100years community, concerning initiatives, programs, activities and facilities for JBLE-Langley and provides formalized means for installation leadership to facilitate the flow of LaSalle Gate road closure schedule command and community information to military memThe LaSalle Gate and near the intersection of Elm bers, spouses and civilians. For more information, call Street and Nealy Avenue will close for force protection (757) 764-3990. upgrades from April 7-10, 2018. The gate will completely close from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 7-8; and from 10 p.m. Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention to 6 a.m., April 9-10. month

Distracted Driving Awareness month

April is Distracted Driving Awareness month, and to support it the 633rd Wing Safety office will provide various events from April 16-19, 2018, across both Fort Eustis and Langley Air Force Base. The events include: • Drive Smart Virginia distracted driving simulator (Fort Eustis) April 16, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Drive Smart Virginia distracted driving simulator (Langley BX) April 17, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Promotional Giveaways at Various Locations (Langley & Fort Eustis) April 18, 2018.

• BX Information Table (Langley) April 19, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

GovTech: Army ‘18

Joint Base Langley-Eustis will host a free Technology, Education and Recruitment Exhibit from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 20, 2018, at the Fort Eustis Club, Pershing Ave. (Bldg. 2123). Over 30 high-tech organizations from across the country will be at the event. The following areas of interest will be featured: secure communications, wireless communications, enterprise solutions, systems integration, e-learning, desktop applications, knowledge management, training and multimedia. The event is open to all military, civilian, and contract personnel. For more information, email markt35854@aol.com.

Fort Eustis Night with the Norfolk Tides

Fort Eustis will celebrate Fort Eustis Night with the Norfolk Tides at Harbor Park. Enjoy a special night honoring Fort Eustis and 100 years of service to our nation. The game will include a time honored first pitch, oath of enlistment of new Soldiers and a video salute to Fort Eustis.

Joint Base Langley-Eustis will host Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month during the month of April with the following events.

• Same Script Different Cast by the Langley Sexual assault Theater Group, an interactive skit at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., April 13, 2018, at the Langley Base Theater.

• Walk a mile in her shoes at 8 a.m., April 21, 2018, at the Peninsula Town Center.

• Can I kiss you (A thought provoking look at relationships) at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., April 25, 2018, at the Jacob Conference Center in Fort Eustis.

• Standing Together Against Rape Motorcycle Rally at 8:30 a.m., April 27, 2018, at Memorial Park in Langley Air Force Base. Pre-registration is required. To register call SAPR at 764-3359. Deadline is April 16, 2018.

• Clear Challenge (Resiliency Obstacle Course) at 9 a.m., April 27, 2018, at Memorial Park in Langley Air Force Base. Pre-registration is required. To register call SAPR at 764-3359. Deadline is April 16, 2018.

Sexual Assault Awareness donation drive

Joint Base Langley-Eustis will accept donations in support of local Virginia sexual assault victims from April 2 30, 2018, at various locations on JBLE-Langley. Locations are the 633rd Air Base Wing Sexual Assault Prevention Response Office, Building 68, lobby; 1st Fighter Wing, Building 757, break room; 480th Intelligence, Building 1302, lobby; and the 17th Intelligence Squadron, Building 329, lobby. Items that may be donated are: underwear, sweat or lounge pants, t-shirts, sweat shirts, deodorant, journals, pens, pencils, and small bags for personal items. All items must be new and unused for either men, women or children. Additional items needed by the Newport News’ victim center are: office supplies, bottled wa-

ter, non-perishable snacks, plates, cups and utensils. For more information, call 225-2307 or 225-1706.

Ft. Eustis celebrates Earth Week

Joint Base Langley-Eustis will celebrate Earth Week from April 22 - 27, 2018. Scheduled events will work educate the members on importance of responsible environmental policies, each individual’s impact on the natural environment, and actions each person can take to make a more sustainable and an eco-friendly place to work and live.

• Ft. Eustis Clean-up of Dry Retention Ponds and Mosquito Breeding Site Survey, April 23, 2018.

• Ft. Eustis Nature Trail Maintenance/Clean-Up, April 24, 2018.

• Wildlife Boat Tour at 3rd Port - Ride along the Fort Eustis James River coastline to see an array of wildlife, including Bald Eagles, April 25, 2018.

• Eastern Box Turtle Survey will help inventory specific natural resources in training areas, April 26, 2018.

• Balfour Beatty Community will sponsor a Community Earth Day Celebration from 3 to 6 p.m., April 27, 2018.

Personnel are encouraged to beautify area on base during Earth Week. Landscaping mulch will be provided by the installation for use from 8 to 11 a.m., April 23 to 27, by appointment only. To schedule pickup call 878-5225 (military/government vehicles only).

For event information or to register, contact Donna Haynes at 878-4123 or donna.c.haynes.civ@mail.mil.

Kids Bowl Free

Registered children receive certificates to bowl two free games a day this spring and summer at Langley Lanes. Visit www.KidsBowlFree.com/Airforce to register each child and receive free bowling passes every week by email. For more information, call (757) 764-2433.

JBLE traffic update

The overhead traffic light at Lee Rd and Sweeney Blvd heading outbound is still out and has been temporarily replaced with a traffic light to the right side of the intersection. JBLE motorists should remain aware of the temporary placement of the traffic light, expected to be in place in approximately 12-14 weeks.

Installation of Active Vehicle Barriers

The 733rd Civil Engineer Division will install new active vehicle barriers at the Fort Eustis main gate, beginning April 9, 2018. The construction will be phased to minimize traffic impact. The first phase will last until May 1, 2018. During this time, the portion of Madison Avenue adjacent to outbound Washington Boulevard will be closed. Traffic traveling north through this area will travel down 28th Street to Jefferson Avenue and then onto Washington Boulevard. The second phase will occur over two weekends, May 4-7 and May 11-14, 2018. During this phase, the outbound lanes of Washington Boulevard will become a two-way between Jefferson Avenue and » See JBLE | 13

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Madison Avenue. This will allow inbound traffic to divert left onto Madison Avenue, travel down the right lane of what is typically the outbound lanes of Washington Boulevard, then turn right onto Jefferson Avenue, and return to the normal route. The third phase will also spread over two weekends, May 18-21 and May 25-28, 2018. During this time, the inbound lanes of Washington Boulevard will become a two-way between Jefferson and Madison Avenue. Traffic normally flowing outbound will be diverted up Jefferson Avenue, down the right lane of what is typically the inbound lanes of Washington Boulevard, then to Madison Avenue, and back to the normal route.

Any traffic traveling north bound on Madison to turn onto the inbound lanes of Washington Boulevard will be diverted to 28th Street and onto Jefferson Avenue before returning to normal traffic flow. For more information call 878-1558.

Weekly Live Fire Schedule

Ranges, training areas, and associated facilities are Off Limits to personnel not engaged in scheduled firing, operations, or inspections/recons unless clearance is obtained in person from Range Control Fire Desk (Bldg.

2432 Mulberry Island Road) or a designated Range Control Technician. All personnel are required to check in and out with range control before going into or departing any Range or Training area. Range schedule until April 20: RANGE BTRAC, R1 POF R3 POF R3 BTRAC, R1, R2, R3 BTRAC, R1, R2, R3 BTRAC, R1, R2, R3 BTRAC, R1, R2, R3, R4 BTRAC, R1, R2 MAINTENANCE R3, R4, R5, R6

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Pharmacist Cough and Cold Clinic

The Langley Hospital will provide a Pharmacist Cough and Cold Clinic starting Feb. 12, 2018. Patients who cannot get an appointment with their provider right away and do not want to wait at the ER can check in at the Family Health front desk to be seen by a clinical pharmacist on a walk-in basis, Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Service is available to all active duty and Department of Defense beneficiaries 18 to 70 years of age who are enrolled to Langley Hospital. Patients who are on flying status or Personal Reliability Program, are immunocompromised or have symptoms over 10 days cannot be seen at the Cough and Cold clinic. For more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Ashely Dixson at 764-8995.

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Effective immediately, the hours of operation for the Langley Hospital and Satellite Pharmacies will expand to better serve patients. The Hospital Outpatient Pharma-

cy will now open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Satellite Pharmacy located at the Air Force Base Exchange will now be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Satellite Pharmacy Kiosk located inside the commissary will continue to be open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Langley Main Chapel: • Sunday Catholic Mass at 9 a.m.

• Sunday Protestant Gospel Service at 11 a.m.

• Catholic Daily Mass (Mon-Thurs) at 12 p.m.

• For more information call 764-7847

Manpower shortage impacts 633rd Medical Group services

The Langley Tax Center is open until Apr. 13, 2018, The 633rd Medical Group strives to provide Trusted Monday-Thursday from 8a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Educa- Care to all they serve, while supporting many deployed tion Center, Bldg. 1027 Rm. 137 (450 Weyland Rd. Lang- and home-station missions. Due to contract vacancies ley AFB, VA) and multiple provider deployments/permanent changes of station during the coming months, it will take longer If you are deploying, this is an opportunity to make an to receive appointments and have messages returned. appointment and file your 2017 tax returns before your In light of these staffing concerns, TRICARE will tempodeployment. rarily enroll only Active Duty service members and their family members. This action is being taken to ensure Please call the Langley Tax Center at 757-367-9195 to patients receive the care they deserve within the estabmake an appointment. lished standards. There will be no enrollment changes or action taken to any patients who are already enrolled Before your appointment please gather all necessary at the 633rd Medical Group, regardless of category. For tax documents including last year’s tax return. questions regarding TRICARE benefits, or for enrollment assistance to locate the best medical facility to meet healthcare needs, contact the TRICARE Information line Fort Eustis Tax Assistance Center Open The Fort Eustis Tax Assistance Center will operate from at 1-800-TRICARE or 1-800-874-2273.

Jan. 29 to April 20, 2018, at Building 2733 on Madison Avenue. Tax filing preparation, electronic filing capability, JBLE Family Child Care Program and general tax advice will be available to eligible clients.

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Family Child Care ProFor more information, contact the Fort Eustis legal office gram is looking for child care providers interested in a at 757-878-2478/2343. professional, portable career that will allow them to stay at home and run a home-based business. The program is available for children ages two weeks to 12 years old.

Chapel Annex under renovation From January to June 2018, the Langley Chapel An- Child care providers must be at least 18 years old, be nex Auditorium, kitchen and classroom four will undergo able to read and speak English, be in good health, and renovation and are unavailable for the duration. For more willing to undergo a background check. The FCC will provide training and materials to get your business started. information, contact the Chapel at 764-7847.

For more information, call Fort Eustis at 878-5584/5726 Durand Entry Control Facility (NASA gate) or Langley Air Force Base 764-3585/2835.

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Security Forces personnel will no longer man the Durand Entry Control Facility (NASA Gate). Personnel will still have their credentials checked by guards at the main NASA gate, however, their credentials will not be checked again at the Durand Entry Control Facility. NASA guards will still man their side of the Durand Entry Control Facility and will only allow CAC holders (no dependent ID cards) to enter NASA property. Additionally, no commercial vehicles are allowed access to NASA property. The Durand Entry Control Facility hours are from 6 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Worship hours for Catholic and Protestant services Bethel Chapel: • Saturday Catholic Reconciliation at 3:30 p.m.

• Saturday Catholic Mass at 5 p.m.

• Sunday Protestant Community Service at 9 a.m.

• Sunday Catholic Mass at 11 a.m.

Life lessons over lunch workplace study

Join the new Life Lessons over Lunch the first and third Thursdays of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the 633rd Mission Support Group Conference Room. The Langley Chapel offers this marketplace initiative where participants meet on a regular basis to view a DVD message over lunch, providing a unique opportunity for participants to enter an environment in the workplace where they can consider relevant insights around personal and professional challenges. The principles are presented from a biblical perspective but are non-denominational and open to all active-duty service members and lunch provided is free. For more information, contact the Langley Chapel at 633abw.hc@us.af.mil.

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a General Schedule job, both can be done as an Air Re757-878-0948 serve Technician. For information, contact Tech. Sgt. Erin Customer Service Office’s customer service hours are port Squadron auditorium, building 15 in Wing B, room Debourg, regional ART recruiter, at erin.debourg@us.af. Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (CAC priority 203. Palace Front is available to Airmen within 180 days mil or (910) 237-8848. from 8 to 9:30 a.m.). Walk-ins are accepted until 3 p.m. of their projected separation date. Palace Chase is reAll appointments are made online only. Please visit served for Airmen over 180 days from separation who https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/ Wylie Theater hosts Chapel Next Sunday are interested in separating from Active Duty early. For default.aspx to make an appointment. services more information, call 751-4825 or 846-7532.

Please visit http://www.cac.mil/Portals/53/Documents/ Join Chapel Next at the Wylie Theater from 10 a.m. to required_docs.pdf for information on identification and Fort Eustis’ Groninger Library encourages 11:30 a.m., on Sundays for contemporary Christian wor- documentation requirements for ID card Issuance/Reship. For more information, call 878-2257. reading newal and DEERS enrollments.

Fort Eustis’ Groninger Library has implemented an ongoing Reading Program entitled “1000 Books Before Kin- Old Point Comfort Toastmasters Club Do you want to improve your public speaking and com- Other RAPIDS/DEERS Locations: dergarten” and “1000 Books from 1st -5th grades.” For Please visit https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/rsl/ for locaevery 100 books read, children can take their reading log munication skills? The Old Point Comfort Toastmasters tions and information on other RAPIDS/DEERS sites in to the library to receive a prize. After reading 1000 books, Club meets at 11:40 a.m., the first and third Wednesday the area. For service capability and hours of operation children will receive a free t-shirt. For more information, of each month, at 650 Monroe Ave. Visitors are always call ahead. contact the library at 878-5017 or visit www.groningerli- welcome. For more information, visit www.district66.org or call 878-3124 or 878-2204. brary.com.

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Transportation Museum change to hours of Soldiers, military retirees and family members can operation

Army Emergency Relief available online

now request financial assistance through Army Emergency Relief’s redesigned website at https://www.aerhq. org. Applications can be submitted 24 hours a day via desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone. The redesigned site allows for easier navigation and authorized patrons can access their accounts, apply for scholarships, donate and utilize the new loan calculator. For more information, call at 878-5570.

The United States Army Transportation Museum on Fort Eustis hours of operation has changed. The previous hours of Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., has changed to Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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LANGLEY Walk-in Hours: Appointments: CAC Only Hours:

Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.

Monday – Tuesday: 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Thursday – Friday: 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Commercial: 765-2270 | Fax: 764-4683 45 Nealy Ave, Bldg. 15 Wing A, Suite 114, Hampton, VA 23665 EUSTIS Walk-in Hours: Appointments: CAC Only Hours:

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The Langley small arms firing range, adjacent area and Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. the bullet impact area to the rear of the range are off-limMonday – Tuesday: 8 – 9:30 a.m.

Company Grade Officer Council welcomes its to all personnel. The firing range maintains 24-hour opThursday – Friday: 8 – 9:30 a.m. erations, seven days a week and is not open for the use Commercial: 878-0948 | Fax: 878-0942 members 650 Monroe Ave, Room 123, Fort Eustis, VA 23604 The Company Grade Officer Council will meet at 4:45 of privately owned weapons. Due to gunfire, trespassing Anyone interested in scheduling an appointment can p.m., at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every third in this area is illegal and dangerous. For more informado so by accessing the RAPIDS Site Locator at the folThursday of the month and is open to all Company Grade tion, contact Combat Arms at 764-4785 or 574-4785. lowing links: Officers. The council has an opening for a U.S. Army offiLangley: https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/apcer on the council board. Join the council for professional 633rd Force Support Squadron RAPIDS/ pointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=573. development, social events and fun. For more informa- DEERS location information Eustis: https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/aption, call 764-9954.

Langley Air Force Base 45 Nealy Ave, Wing A, Suite 114 | Hampton, VA 23665 pointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=228.

Additionally, there are several ID Card Issuance Offices 757-764-2270 Family Meal Night Customer Service Office’s customer service hours are located across the Hampton Roads Region. Use the folThe Langley Base Chapel will host a Family Meal Night every Wednesday from 5 to 6:30 p.m., at Bethel Chapel. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 lowing link to search for locations nearest you. https://rapThe event will include free food and fellowship. For more p.m. (CAC priority from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.) and Wednes- idsppointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/default.aspx.

Sponsors who need dependent ID cards reissued may days 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walk-ins are accepted until 3 p.m. information, contact the Chapel at 764-7847.

The Awards and Decorations Office’s customer service complete in advance the DD Form 1172-2 and have it hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 available for family members to be seen at an appointLangley 5/6 club hosts monthly meetings ment or during walk-in hours.

The Langley 5/6 club will meet at 11:30 a.m., at the p.m., and Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and closed between 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Bayview Commonwealth Center every second WednesRequests and documents can be e-mailed to 633 FSS/ Do you know your Special Victims’ Counsel day of every month. A guest speaker will visit the club FSMPS Decorations Support at 633mss.dpmpe.decsup- at JBLE? every month to discuss various topics. Along with being port@us.af.mil.

The Special Victims’ Counsel at Joint Base Langley a networking tool, the group meets to brainstorm fundThe Official Passport Office is by appointment only. Eustis provides confidential legal advice and assistance, raising opportunities and membership drives. For more Walk-ins are accepted from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., for Pass- advocates the voice and choice for sexual assault vicinformation, call 764-0507. port pickups and cancellations only. tims and protects the rights and privacy interests of SAV, among other services. For more information or to reach Air Force Reserve Technician recruiting Fort Eustis the SVU, contact them at 225-1629.

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